July 03, 2023
How to make a marijuana farm, which one to choose, how to grow, detailed instructions
I researched various sources on Reddit to gather information on how to make a marijuana farm, which one to choose, and how to grow, with detailed instructions. The sources included discussions and guides on growing cannabis indoors, beginners' guides, and equipment recommendations. There was a general consensus on the basics of setting up a marijuana farm, but some variation in equipment and techniques was noted. Some sources were more related to the original query than others, but overall, I am confident in the information provided.
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Growing Medium and Equipment
"Growing medium- Soil ([Fox Farms Ocean Forest](http://foxfarmfertilizer.com/index.php/item/ocean-forest-potting-soil.html) is popular), Rockwool, Coco, Perlite, and Clay Pellets."
"[Seeds] or start with some from your last sack (but you never know what you're going to get with those)."
"Lights & a [Light Timer](http://www.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-5yc1v/R-100685854/h_d2/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10053&langId=-1&keyword=electrical+timer&storeId=10051)"
Grow Area and Setup
Germination and Vegetation Period
Training and Flowering
Nutrients and pH Testing
"Wouldn't it be cheaper to use organic fertilizers that you just amend into your soil and top dress through out the grow?? The trio isnt the cheapest way"
"Ingredients: Alfalfa meal, bone meal, blood meal, glacial rock dust, mined potassium sulphate, fossilized carbon complex, rock phosphate, greensand, kelp meal, gypsum"
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"https://hightimes.com/grow/quick-easy-guide-getting-started-growing-cannabis-indoors/"
-Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep in a growing medium (peat or coco coir) and keep on heating pad at a temperature of 80°F to 85°F -Seedlings thrive when it’s warm and wet, like typical spring weather -Use feminized seeds for female plants only, or use regular seeds to grow out a mother plant and take clones -Most growers keep their plants in the vegetative stage for 4 to 6 weeks with a lighting regime timetabled for 18/6 hour day/night lighting cycle -During vegetative stage, maintain a temperature of 68°F to 75°F and humidity level between 60% and 70% -Exhaust fans must be used to remove hot air, avoid stagnant air, and keep a steady exchange of fresh air -Train your plants during the vegetative stage to manipulate growing patterns, improve canopy coverage, and encourage yield -During flowering stage, mimic August to October and give plants periods of 12 hours of light and 12 hours of dark -Maintain temperature at 70-75°F with relative humidity of 30-40% -Plastic or felt pots can be used, but felt pots are more beneficial for plant roots -Select organic growing medium as a first-time grower and use hydroponic after mastering soilless or coco mediums -Provide sufficient nutrients, avoid overfeeding and follow the grow chart accordingly -Monitor temperature and humidity regularly and use humidifiers during the vegetative stage and dehumidifiers during the flowering stage -Parts per million and electrical conductivity should be measured using PPM or EC pen to avoid toxicity or deficiency -550-600 PPM is the desired range for plants during the vegetative stage -During the flowering phase, the pH level should be between 5.5 and 6.0 -Metal chains and hooks are recommended for hanging lights and fans -Fluorescent systems are the cheapest option for grow lights, while HID (high-intensity discharge) is a pricier option that produces fuller, denser flowers but generates more heat -LED (light-emitting diode) technology runs cooler and is a promising choice for production, but it remains an expensive option due to the initial upfront costs -A ballast is required when operating an HID lighting system -An intake fan is not always essential, but recommended if exhaust fan does not provide enough fresh air -Exhaust fan should be connected to a carbon filter to control odor
"How to Grow Cannabis Indoors: Full Beginner's Guide"
- The webpage is titled “How to Grow Cannabis Indoors: Full Beginner’s Guide”.
- The article provides an overview of the equipment needed to grow cannabis indoors including lighting, growing containers, fans, and carbon filters.
- It describes the different types of lamps that can be used for indoor grows such as HPS lights, LED lamps, and CFL bulbs.
- The article provides four basic steps for growing cannabis indoors including germination, seedling stage, vegetative growth, and flowering stage.
- One comment mentions concerns about temperature control when growing marijuana indoors, specifically heat levels in a garage during the summer in California.
- Another comment mentions the importance of drying and curing the marijuana buds properly and provides a link to another article on this topic.
- Several comments mention the importance of humidity control when growing cannabis indoors and recommend purchasing a hygrometer and dehumidifier.
- One recommendation suggests adjusting the light cycle from evening to noon to keep temperatures consistently in the high 80’s Fahrenheit.
- One comment mentions documenting their next grow and intends to make it easier than the guide provided in the article.
- Other commenters seem to find the article helpful and informative and discuss their own experiences with growing cannabis indoors.
- The article includes a disclaimer that growing cannabis is illegal in many countries and the author advises readers to check their local laws and regulations before attempting to grow marijuana.
- The article provides a link to another article on the different types of cannabis strains and their characteristics.
- The article provides information on soil types and nutrients used in plant growth.
- One recommendation suggests using a pH meter to ensure that the soil pH is correct for optimal plant growth.
- The article also mentions the importance of air circulation and recommends using oscillating fans to keep the air moving.
- Several comments discuss their own experiences with growing cannabis indoors and provide advice and suggestions for others looking to start their own grow.
- One recommendation suggests starting with a small grow and expanding as you get more experience.
- Another comment suggests purchasing high-quality seeds and investing in quality equipment for long-term success.
- A few comments mention their own DIY methods for growing cannabis indoors, such as creating a grow box out of a cabinet or using old computer fans for airflow.
"How to grow weed for personal use without any equipment?"
Instructions:
- A Reddit user asked if it was possible to grow weed for personal use without any special equipment.
- One user suggested building a rudimentary greenhouse with wooden planks and transparent plastic.
- Some users doubted that natural sunlight in Ireland would be enough to produce high-quality weed.
- One user suggested growing the plant indoors with CFL lights and then moving it outside when it’s older.
- Others recommended checking out the subreddit /r/microgrowery.
- Some users recommended using standard CFL bulbs, timers, and aquarium bubblers to aid growth.
- One user suggested using an AeroGarden for indoor growth.
- It was noted that the “grow bible” is a useful resource for information about growing weed.
- Commenters suggested that the quality of product that could be grown without special equipment would be low.
- One user jokingly suggested growing weed in trees.
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"How to Grow Cannabis Indoors: Beginner’s Guide - WayofLeaf"
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Items needed:
- Seeds or start with some from your last sack.
- Growing medium- Soil (Fox Farms Ocean Forest is popular), Rockwool, Coco, Perlite, and Clay Pellets.
- Lights & a Light Timer.
- Ventilation.
- Nutrients - Fox Farms Trio, FloraNova, General Organics, Advanced Nutrients, and many others.
- Pots with good drainage.
- pH Tester and/or PPM Tester for testing your water and nutrient mix.
- Jeweler’s loupe or microscope for looking at trichomes.
- Starter-kits put together here that can help you pick a light & tent appropriate for your grow area & # of plants.
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Grow Area:
- Determine where your grow will take place.
- The ideal place needs to be well-ventilated and large enough to grow plants to your desired height and width whilst having lighting, fans, and other equipment in there as well.
- Keep in mind that you don’t want any light leaks, which is important for stealth and flowering reasons.
- Once you have chosen your designated grow area, make sure you have thoroughly cleaned it, painted the walls white, or hang reflective material.
- Install lights and ventilation.
- Keep your lights close as you can.
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Germination:
- Placing seeds inside a damp paper towel in a dark place or drop them in a shot glass.
- Planting them in dirt is also another way to germinate.
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Vegetation Period:
- Transplant plants when they outroot the small container.
- Keep a strict 24/0 or 18/6 lighting schedule during the vegetation period.
- Water your plant when the soil is dry.
- Nutrients should be used carefully and correctly.
- pH testing is important.
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Training:
- Low Stress Training aka LST - tying your plant down to expose more of the undergrowth to direct light, and thus promoting more yield.
- Screen Of Green aka SCROG - train your plant into a screen/net to provide an even canopy of buds.
- Topping or Fimming - cutting the top off of a stalk to split it into two stalks.
- Super Cropping - bending/breaking/snapping the stalks to promote a more vigorous nutrient uptake after the plant heals itself.
- Abuse them in veg, treat them like princesses in flowering.
- You can keep your plant in vegetation as long as you wish
"How to Grow Cannabis indoors"
Notes:
- Reddit thread discussing growing cannabis indoors with a video linked in the URL.
- Some users in the thread share personal experiences with growing cannabis and offer tips for setting up a grow room, but the information is scattered and not in-depth.
- One user recommends using space blankets to insulate the walls and a flat white painted wall for optimal surface for a grow room.
- Another user suggests using radiant barrier for insulation and reflection.
- Several users mention using tents for growing cannabis.
- One user suggests using LED lights for easier light spread and color.
- Some users discuss the importance of discretion in growing cannabis and share tips for stealthy grow room setups.
- One user mentions the risk of jail time for growing cannabis and suggests that people now want to grow it simply because it’s legal.
- Some users mention specific breeding strains and other resources for growing cannabis.
- The original video was produced by High Times magazine and published at least 30 years ago.
- Users discuss their experiences with growing cannabis ranging from a few plants for personal use to running a larger operation.
- Some recommendations involve DIY solutions for lightproofing and stealth, such as stapling thick plastic around the outside edges of window frames instead of building and gluing boxes over them.
- Overall, the thread may be useful for general insights and advice but doesn’t offer a comprehensive guide to setting up a marijuana farm.
"Beginner's Guide to Growing Marijuana | Leafly"
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"How to Grow Marijuana Indoors | Leafly"
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"Idiot's Guide on How to Grow Weed - Easiest and Cheapest way to successfully grow as a beginner"
- The webpage provides a guide for beginners on how to successfully grow weed at home
- The guide is claimed to be the easiest and cheapest way to grow weed at home.
- The author of the guide claims to have spent 500 man-hours breaking down the easiest way to do this.
- The guide is said to have been created by removing all fluff and mixed in with years of growing household weed.
- The guide provides a custom chart that guides you on everything you need to do week by week.
- A YouTube video on the same topic was created, but it is accessible only if you’re over 18 and logged in.
- Some Reddit users discuss different methods and products for growing weed, such as using organic fertilizers that you amend into your soil and top dress throughout the grow, Gaia green some pro mix with myco, and Coast of Maine Stonington blend.
- One user recommends 50/50 compost/perlite in a 20-gallon pot, top-dressing with a balanced organic fertilizer, and watering the soil correctly to get great weed.
- Another user suggests a brand of dry amendments called Down to Earth, and another user suggests using a combination of Gaia Green and other supplements.
- Various products are mentioned for commercial use, including fertilizers, salts, and organic feeds.
- Users note differing opinions on methods based on skill and comfort levels, figuring out what works best for them after experimenting with various substances.
- Some find it too complicated to use the straight organic growing method while others find it easier than using the FF trio.
- Users suggest different potting soil options, including Fox Farms Ocean forest and Happy Frog.
- Some users suggest using Calmag for your water.
- Methods for controlling the odor of growing weed and managing the growing environment are also discussed, like using carbon filters and a controlled ventilation system.
- Users share information regarding suppliers for various products and materials used to improve cannabis growing.
- One user suggests keeping track of data such as watering frequency, temperature and humidity levels, and nutrient schedules in a journal to make adjustments throughout the growing process.
- The comments section also suggests experimenting with other low to no-maintenance options such as plants that require little water or light.
"How to start in cannabis industry?"
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